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Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a large window overlooking a forest.
A wooden staircase leading up a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery.
A living room with a fireplace, leather sofa, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A cabin with a porch, large windows, and a door with a small porch area.
A cabin with a porch, wooden deck, and a gravel driveway.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Shawnee National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Waterpark access
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Carbondale, IL
  • Place, Shawnee National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Southern Illinois University
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake of Egypt
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Living Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Carbondale

Located in Carbondale, this cabin is in a rural area. The Science Center and Blue Sky Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Shawnee National Forest and Giant City State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Oasis Sports Complex, or check out an event or a game at Banterra Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and hunting nearby.
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Carbondale, IL

What's nearby

  • Shawnee National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Giant City State Park - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Southern Illinois University - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Lake of Egypt - 24 min drive - 28.6 km
  • DuQuoin State Fairgrounds - 43 min drive - 50.4 km

Getting around

  • Carbondale Station - 15 min drive
  • Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois (MWA) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Casey's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Common Grounds - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Giant City Lodge & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wooded Cabin · Hot Tub, Firepit & Giant City located?

This family-friendly Carbondale cabin is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Shawnee National Forest and Campground Beach. Southern Illinois University and Makanda Boardwalk are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 44 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 44 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 44 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2026
Thank you so much for the review, Carlisa! We're so glad you had a lovely stay. We hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little weekend getaway for my husband and I!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Great guest! Brooklyn left our place neat and tidy. Welcome back any time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deluxe cabin in the woods

Wonderful stay at a beautiful cabin in a scenic wooded location. Everything you would want for a stay is right at your fingertips. Much to see and do in the surrounding area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Comfortable and clean. Very relaxing!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May 2026
Welcome back anytime! April was a fantastic guest.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was very nice,Upscale cabin Hot tub was so great We enjoyed ourselves very much and willBe back Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2026
Thank you so much, Teresa. We hope to you host again! :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elm Cabin was beautiful! A perfect spot for a little getaway. The area was quiet and beautifully maintained, and the cabin was clean, cozy, and a lovely place to relax and unwind. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul 2026
Thank you so much for the review, Maggie. We hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was amazing! Friendly and communicative renters, had all the bells and whistles, and many supplies for the stay already on site. We will definately be back for a longer stay!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Welcome back anytime! Logan was a fantastic guest.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Experience!

We had an excellent stay at this charming cabin in Carbondale! The space was beautifully maintained and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. The cabin was warm and inviting, with extremely nice finishes and furnishings. We especially enjoyed the quiet surroundings with nature (and a hot tub) right outside the door. Highly recommend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little get away. This was our second visit. And we will definitely be back! Thanks for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jun 2026
Thanks for coming out, Eric! Great guest. We would definitely host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
These cabins are very nicely built and furnished. Great location. Wonderful hot tub.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Dec 2025
Thanks for coming out, Nancy! Great guest. We would definitely host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I enjoyed my stay at this modern 1br cabin. It was clean and just what I was looking for!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Thanks for coming out, Stan! Great guest. We would definitely host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
it was wonderful just how i pictured our mini getaway, it felt like a home.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Aug 2025
HI Valeria, Thank you so much! We're thrilled to hear your mini getaway was everything you pictured and that it felt like home. We'd love to welcome you back anytime at Elm Cabin 2!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Cabin!

This place was amazing. Very secluded and the owners paid close attention to detail to really make this cabin beautiful and feel like a home. We loved our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2025
Hi Luke, Thank you for the kind words! We're so glad you enjoyed the peaceful seclusion and thoughtful touches in the Elm Cabin 2. It means a lot to hear it felt like home—hope to have you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We very much enjoyed our stay here. Very cozy, clean and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Anniversary Getaway!

We had a great experience here! The hot tub was perfect and we loved relaxing on the back patio! The whole place was so cute and we’d love to come back some day!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2025
Hi Taylor, Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the hot tub and relaxing patio at Elm Cabin 2. We’d love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, Clean and Quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2026
Thanks for coming out, Chris! Great guest. We would definitely host again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Wonderful place to stay for a few days. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2025
Hi Tyler, Wonderful! We're so happy you enjoyed your time with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect property. Thank you for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Oct 2025
Great guest! John left our place neat and tidy. Welcome back any time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Loved our visit!!

This was the nicest place we’ve been at! Very clean, beautifully decorated and furnished. Very comfy king bed! Peaceful and quiet location! Thanks for the great visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the cutest cabin and perfectly situated between Giant City State Park and Carbondale. The decor was adorable and the host made sure to include all the necessary amenities to make your stay more comfortable! I will definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Nov 2025
Ashley was a respectful guest. House was left clean and communication was great. Easy 5 stars.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin was amazing! We came for hiking and visiting wineries. It was close to Giant City State Park and wineries. It was decorated beautifully and had everything you could possibly want. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary Getaway

This was an AMAZING trip! The hosts are helpful & the cabin is perfectly beautiful. We had everything we could imagine. HIGHLY recommend & will be back if we ever are in the area again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar 2025
Hi Kate, Thank you so much for the amazing feedback! We’re so happy to hear you had such a great trip and enjoyed the cabin. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime you're in the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cabin and location!

Beautiful place, updated and modern but still cozy and rustic also. Super clean. Host is very communicative and helpful. Great place and would love to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Mar 2025
Hi Charles, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cozy yet modern feel of the place and appreciated the cleanliness. We’d love to have you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent cabin. We lacked nothing at the rental and the owners were attentive and communicative. They accommodated a slight change in travel dates and made it very easy for us. Highly recommend them for your next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2025
HI Sam,Thank you so much for the kind words! We're happy to hear the Elm Cabin 2 had everything you needed and that the date change worked out smoothly. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we truly appreciate the recommendation!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great Mothers Day

We had a wonderful stay. Cabin was very well kept. Great places to visit in area. Will go back. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2025
Hi Donna, Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed your stay and the surrounding area at Elm Cabin 2. We'd love to have you back anytime—thanks again and belated happy Mother's Day!
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